This is the podcast for anyone and everyone in the Hospitality industry who loves what they do and wants to grow, learn, and experience all the cool things the world of hotels, restaurants, vacation rentals, and travel offers! On the show, Wil Slickers interviews some of the biggest Founders and Professionals within all hospitality segments. Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast is part of Hospitality.FM - The Number One Audio Destination for Hospitality Professionals.
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Welcome to the BnB Financially Free podcast, hosted by Chantal Duame and Peter Hu from Good Neighbor. Join us as we dive into exciting conversations with ambitious individuals who share their experiences and insights on transforming earned income into passive income through short term rental investing. Our podcast offers a perfect blend of practical strategies and inspiring stories, featuring a diverse range of guests - from industry gurus to everyday people who have achieved extraordinary r ...
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Got Toilet Paper? | Fox Fold, Ludo Siouffi
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In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of sustainable hospitality products with Ludo, co-founder of Fox Fold. Join us as Ludo shares his journey from a stable finance career to pioneering a range of innovative, eco-friendly toiletry solutions for hotels and beyond. From sophisticated toilet paper dispensers to groundbreaking re…
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Navigating Short-Term Rental Regulations | Matt Curtis
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In this insightful episode, we welcome Matt Curtis, an expert in short-term rental regulations and local government interactions. Matt shares his remarkable journey, including his weight loss and professional transitions, that led him to work closely with local governments on vacation rental policies. He discusses the importance of creating balance…
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The French Cowboys' Unique Approach to Boutique Hospitality | Franklin Dusserre
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In this episode, we dive into a fascinating conversation with Franklin Dusserre, co-founder of French Cowboys. Franklin shares his journey from growing up in Paris and the U.S. to founding a unique hospitality brand that blends hotels with vacation rentals. We explore his experiences with WeWork, the creation of Outpost Capital, and how French Cowb…
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Overcoming Adversity & Building The HubSpot for Hospitality | Nicolas Wegener
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In this compelling episode of Slick Talk, we dive deep into a heartfelt conversation with Nic, Co-Founder of SendSquared. Discover Nic’s inspiring journey from a challenging past to starting SendSquared in 2018 with his Co-Founder Roy. Nic shares his experiences at the VRMA executive summit in Boca Raton, the mission of SendSquared, and why it's kn…
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Slick Talk & Other Updates with Producer, Kelsey Tran
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In this special recap episode of Slick Talk, Kelsey Tran (HFM Producer of Slick Talk) returns after her maternity leave, sharing her journey into motherhood and experiences of labor and delivery with host Wil Slickers. They discuss exciting updates within the Hospitality.FM network, including new hires, adding a European crew to Good Morning Hospit…
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Unveiling the Art of Luxury Hospitality | Rachel Alday
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This episode is extra special as we sit down with Rachel Alday to discuss her journey in the luxury vacation rental industry. We talk about the beginnings of Abode Luxury Rentals, the importance of authenticity, and how luxury and high-end services have evolved over the years. Rachel shares personal experiences about growing her business organicall…
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BONUS: Insights from the Tech Landscape with Wes Smithe
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In this episode, the host welcomes Wes Smithe, co-founder and CEO at Direct, to discuss the evolving landscape of vacation rental management technology. The conversation covers Wes's personal journey in the industry, the challenges and innovations in property management systems (PMS), and the importance of data management. Wes also dives into the s…
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Standardizing Vacation Rentals | Ashley Ching, Founder of Inhaven
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Join us in this insightful episode as Wil sits down with Ashley Ching, founder of Inhaven, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey from consulting at Deloitte to starting a pioneering business to standardize the vacation rental industry. Ashley shares her experiences, industry challenges, and the strategic steps Inhaven is taking to bring hotel-grad…
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How a cost segregation study can bring your tax liability to zero
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We brought in cost segregation expert Yaron Pacht to share how conducting a cost segregation study can literally bring your tax liability down to zero! If you are a W2 earner, business owner or real estate investor you likely are paying too much in taxes. In this episode we discuss the short term rental loophole, material participation and bonus de…
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Annex Hotel's Expansion into the US with Ryan Killeen & Ben Hoffman
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Join us as we welcome back Ryan Killeen, co-founder of Annex Hotel, and introduce his partner, Ben Hoffman. In this episode, we dive deep into the Annex Hotel's expansion from Toronto into the US, specifically focusing on their new project in Palm Springs. Learn about their unique approach to merging the best elements of hospitality and tech, their…
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From LinkedIn to STR Success | Connor Cushman
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In this spirited episode, Wil welcomes his friend Connor Cushman. Connor dives into his transformative journey from a successful career at LinkedIn to becoming a self-employed short-term rental entrepreneur. Sharing insights from their first meeting, they explore the significance of making connections and stepping out of one's comfort zone. Connor …
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Hot & Not with Hospitality Tycoon Wil Slickers
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Join in for a fun conversation between Chantal and Wil Slickers to talk about the future of Airbnb, hospitality and what emerging trends to look out for in the short term rental space. Wil has a network called Hospitality.fm which holds some of the top hospitality podcasts including short term rental shows, hotel shows and food and beverage. Wil ha…
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Building a Unique Hospitality Experience at Live Oak Lake | Isaac French
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In this episode of Slick Talk, we dive deep with Isaac French, the visionary behind Live Oak Lake. We explore his journey from a hesitant outreach to a successful exit. Isaac shares valuable lessons on being proactive and taking action, detailing his unique story of growing up in a large family and his early ventures in business and art. Discover h…
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From Law Student to Glamping Entrepreneur | Nick Purslow
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In this episode of Slick Talk, we chat with Nick, co-founder of Glampitec North America and Posh Outdoors. Nick shares his incredible journey from studying law at the University of Manchester to diving into the world of glamping. We discuss the rise of glamping during the COVID-19 boom, the challenges and successes of launching Glampitec in North A…
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In this episode, recorded at the VRMA Executive Summit in Boca Raton, Wil Slickers interviews Robin Craigen, a frequent guest and friend of the podcast. They discuss the evolution and rebranding of Robin's company, Moving Mountains, and its expansion into Moving Oceans, focusing on curating exceptional guest experiences. Robin shares insights on bu…
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How to get your first Investment Property with Olivia Tati
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In this episode of BNB Financially Free, host Chantal interviews real estate investor and travel Guru Olivia Tati to delve into the exciting world of purchasing your first investment property. Olivia shares her journey of acquiring her first duplex, offering invaluable insights into the myriad loan programs tailored for first-time buyers. From leve…
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Maximizing Revenue with Upsells: Industry Experts from Operto's Virtual Event, Operate!
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Join Wil Slickers and an expert panel of property managers and industry professionals as they discuss efficient operations, upsell strategies, and scalable business models in the hospitality industry. Recorded during Operto's first online conference, Operate, the panel shares valuable insights on optimizing operations, enhancing guest experiences, …
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Mastering Hotel Real Estate | Jake Wurzak
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In this episode, Wil Slickers sits down with Jake Wurzak, an expert in hotel real estate and capital investment, to discuss the intersection of operations and capital in the hospitality industry. Jake shares his journey from working in various roles in his dad's hotel company to mastering the capital side, offering valuable insights into building a…
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Why Hospitality Operators Need to Focus on Distribution of Product | Doug Truitt
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Join Wil Slickers as he engages in a fascinating discussion with Doug Truitt, Head of Commercial at Roami. In this episode, Doug delves into his extensive career in the hospitality industry, highlighting the evolution of technology, the challenges of API integration, and the importance of channel management. The conversation also touches on how ven…
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What is the Potential of AI Agents in Travel | John Lyotier
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This episode features an intriguing discussion with John Lyotier, the founder of TravelAI.com. The conversation dives into the origins and entrepreneurial journey of John, from his early days as a child entrepreneur in the dot com era to his venture into startups, focusing on the intersection of marketing and technology. The narrative unfolds to re…
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How to self manage in 1 hour or less per week
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Join Chantal to discover if self managing makes sense for you. Chantal discusses her systems to spend an hour or less managing her portfolio through systems, hiring the right team and automations. Self management is not for everyone, but it is a great option for people wanting to save 20% to maximize their return.…
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The Vacation Rental Technology Landscape | Andrew Kitchell
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This episode of Slick Talk features Andrew Kitchell, Founder and CEO of Wheelhouse, discussing the evolving technology landscape in the vacation rental industry. For his fifth appearance on the show, Kitchell and Wil Slickers delve into the significant growth of technological solutions aimed at improving property management. They highlight Wheelhou…
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Growth, Balance, & Planning for an Exit in Short-Term Rentals | Fouad Bazzi
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This podcast episode delves into the world of entrepreneurship, focusing on the realm of short-term rentals and property management. Fouad Bazzi shares his journey from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, touching on the challenges and strategies of growing a business with an intention to sell, tackling work-life balance, and the importance of …
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Why I hate investing in STRS with Travis Sperr
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Chantal and Travis get together to talk about why investing in short term rentals was not the right strategy for long time real estate investor and hard money lender, Travis. This is a super fun conversation about determining what real estate strategy makes most sense for you! Travis also shares insight for those considering a BRRRR BNB and using h…
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How to Plan Your Perfect Week | Mike Reilly
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In this engaging podcast episode, Mike Reilly, the COO of STR Secrets, shares his personal journey from overcoming kidney disease and leaving a demanding corporate job at Google to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the short-term rental (STR) industry. Mike discusses the importance of not trading time for money, building a team, and automating …
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From the Skies: Unveiling Hostshare | Sean & Landon Wilkinson
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In this unique episode of Slick Talk, host Wil Slickers takes to the skies to interview Sean and Landon Wilkinson, Co-Founders of Hostshare. Recorded on a plane, this episode delves into the founders' personal journeys, the birth of Hostshare, and its vision to revolutionize the short-term rental industry by enabling hosts to share unbooked nights …
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We're Bringing Back Workflows & Espressos | Meaghan Moylan
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In this episode of Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast, Wil Slickers welcomes Meaghan Moylan to discuss the journey and future of her podcast, Workflows & Espressos under the Hospitality.FM Podcast Network. They engage in a jovial conversation about the podcast's creation, its unique approach to not featuring interviews, and the intimate connection…
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How This AI Entrepreneur Is Changing Hospitality | Sam Dundas
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In this episode of Slick Talk, Wil Slickers sits down with Sam Dundas, the Co-Founder of Besty AI, to explore the evolving role of AI in the hospitality industry. Delving into personal stories, Sam shares his journey from his initial interest in hospitality to the founding of Besty AI. He discusses the impact of AI on operations, guest messaging, a…
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